(1) The expression of the general intentions, approach and objectives of an organization and the criteria and principles on which actions and responses are based. (OGP report 6.34/206, 1994 'Health, safety and environmental schedules for marine geophysical operations'). (2) A public statement of the intentions and principles of action of the company regarding its health, safety and environmental effects, giving rise to its strategic objectives and tar-gets. (Based on OGP report 6.36/210, 1994 'Guidelines for the Development and application of health, safety and environmental management systems')